Greenkeeper

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Greenkeeper to join the fantastic team at Newcastle Racecourse.

What is ARC?

We embrace diversity

We develop our people

We care for our visitors

We think about our impact

We are proud of our sport

Work Perks of being a Greenkeeper..

• Annual passes to attend any of our 21 venues
• Discounted food & ARC days out
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 28 days
• Company life assurance scheme
• Discretionary group annual bonus schemes to reward your hard work
• Support with study through our study assistance scheme

And so much more…

Responsibilities

• Mowing banks, rough, semi rough, fairways, surrounds, tees, greens,
• Scarifying turf
• Repairing divots
• Irrigation of all areas when required
• Applying pesticides
• Controlling moss
• Controlling diseases
• Renovating and repairing turf
• Aerating turf
• Applying fertilizer
• Any other requirements to ensure that the course is maintained to the highest standards

Please see attached Job description for the full list of responsibilities.

About the role:

Reporting to the Estates Manager, the Greenkeeper will be responsible and accountable for maintenance and presentation of the entire Golf Course, the Club House surrounds and driving range, in line with the requirements of the Club Greens committee and the Executive.

The person we are looking for as a Greenkeeper has…..

• GCSE or equivalent
• NVQ qualification to L2 or above in Turf Maintenance
• Clean and full driving license
• Spraying and chainsaw qualifications would be an advantage

We are on a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity apply today.

At ARC, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable adjustments, please let us know; we will ensure that individuals with additional needs are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

We understand the value that diversity brings to our business and we are striving to create a working environment that is inclusive, psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We are committed to making a consistent, top-down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.

CLOSING DATE

26-06-2023